Starting in 2026, mineral transport trucks will be charged up to USD 1.5 per ton per trip on routes of 10 kilometers (km) or more, Minister of Public Works and Transport Leklay Sivilay announced on 13 November.
Addressing the 10th Ordinary Session of the 9th National Assembly, Leklay said the...
The Lao government has issued new legislation authorizing the export of natural wood products.
The new regulation is aimed at boosting production and wood processing,...
Laos' new oil refinery in Xieng Khouang Province will begin processing crude oil in the coming months.
The refinery, located in Pek District, Xieng Khouang Province,...
Authorities in Saysettha District of Vientiane Capital are to rezone stalls selling construction materials and roadside restaurants.
Major roads in Saysettha District have experienced traffic...
Global events including lockdowns and conflict have pushed rice prices upward across Asia.
Rice prices in Asia rose this week on account of several situations,...
The Laos-China Railway has opened an official ticket sales office in Luang Prabang to better facilitate the purchase of tickets along major stops.
The ticket...
A project to reconstruct the sacred Moung Khoun Island in Chomphet District, Luang Prabang, has been completed in time for Lao New Year celebrations.
The...